Rusty Martin Dies, Leaving These Final Words For Iowans
I do not want to be in a hotel room thousands of miles away. I want to be at my home in Des Moines. (Continue reading ...)
Does palliative sedation ease suffering during end-of-life care?
What constitutes unbearable suffering, and at what point is palliative sedation appropriate? Is there a difference between palliative sedation and euthanasia? (Continue reading ...)
End-of-life choice and religious teachings (part two)
Part Two -- While most religious bodies are generally opposed to most end-of-life options, some offer what may be described as an “escape clause” which can be interpreted as, “we are opposed; however …” (Continue reading ...)
End-of-life choice and religious teachings (part one)
While most religious bodies are generally opposed to most end-of-life options, some offer what may be described as an “escape clause” which can be interpreted as, “we are opposed; however …” (Continue reading ...)
The case for assisted dying
"Knowing they had a backup if things took an unexpected turn offered these patients great relief. That didn't mean they saw life as expendable." (Continue reading ...)
Rethinking dementia and the end of life
"I predict that as more people suffer from dementing illnesses, we will undoubtably cross a threshold and finally witness significant changes." -- Lewis Cohen, MD (Continue reading ...)
How my position, as a physician, on medical aid in dying changed
A family practice physician explains why she changed her mind about Medical Aid in Dying. (Continue reading ...)
Debunking falsehoods about Death with Dignity
"Opponents of Death-with-Dignity (DWD) laws use several falsehoods in their attempts to prevent legislation from passing. We believe policy decisions affecting people with terminal illness should be made based on evidence and the actual content of the legislation." (Continue reading ...)
Medical Aid In Dying
"New legislation and court judgments are further expanding access to MAID, some bringing new and different twists." (Continue reading ...)
Hospice And Medical Aid-in-Dying: Addressing An Unethical Disconnect
"One facility used the term “provider-hastened death” and stated that it encompasses euthanasia." (Continue reading ...)